1.9.1 - Joseph Aspdin (1824)
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What year was Portland cement invented?
💡 Hint: This was the same year Joseph Aspdin patented it.
What distinguishes hydraulic binders from non-hydraulic?
💡 Hint: Consider the name 'hydraulic'.
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What did Joseph Aspdin invent in 1824?
💡 Hint: It’s named after a type of stone.
True or False: Portland cement can set in wet conditions.
💡 Hint: Think about what 'hydraulic' means.
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Explain in detail how Portland cement was developed and describe the impact it had on construction materials.
💡 Hint: Focus on both the development process and the significance of its properties.
Compare and contrast the properties of lime mortars and Portland cement.
💡 Hint: Think about what applications each binder is suitable for.
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